To understand APK version 6.0, you have to look at the timeline (approx. late 2015).

As of 2026, Android 6.0.1 is extremely outdated (released 2015).


If you want help finding a specific working Play Store APK version for Android 6.0.1 (e.g., last known compatible build), let me know — I can point you to version numbers like 29.x.x or earlier.

This guide outlines how to handle the Google Play Store on older devices running Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)

, which is currently the oldest version still supported by Google Play Services [41]. 1. Update the Play Store App

If your Play Store app is outdated or crashing, you can force it to check for a newer version: Open Play Store : Tap the app icon on your home screen. Access Settings : Tap your Profile picture in the top right [38]. Check for Update Update Play Store Automatic Install

: If an update is found, it will download and install in the background within a few minutes [38]. 2. Install via APK (Sideloading)

If the Play Store app itself is missing or not opening, you can manually install the APK file: Enable Unknown Sources : Go to your device and toggle on Unknown Sources

. (Note: On newer Samsung devices, this might be under "Auto Blocker" settings [22]). Download the APK : Visit a reputable mirror site like

to find the latest Play Store version compatible with Android 6.0.1. Run Installer : Open your folder, tap the file, and follow the prompts to install. 3. Troubleshoot "Error 601" or Crashes If you encounter errors like 601 (No corresponding activity found) or the store fails to open, try these steps: Clear Cache/Data Google Play Store [37]. Select Clear Cache Clear Data Uninstall Updates

: If the app remains broken, return to the "App Info" page, tap the three dots in the top right, and select Uninstall updates to revert to the factory version [37]. Check Play Services

: Ensure "Google Play Services" is also updated, as the store requires it to function properly [39]. 4. System Update (Recommended) Since Android 6.0.1 stopped receiving security patches in August 2018 , many newer apps will not be available [41]. Check for System Updates Software updates

to see if a newer Android version is available for your hardware [40].

For help with a specific app that won't install, could you share the

If you deconstruct the APK (using tools like APKTool or Jadx), here is what you find under the hood: